Brighton – What's On guide – From April 2025

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From April 2025

Welcome to THEATRE ROYAL BRIGHTON

We are delighted to present our new season What’s On guide with a host of brilliant shows on offer.

We’ll be Time Warping our way into spring with everyone’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll musical The Rocky Horror Show. Then it’s all aboard for the next instalment from Agatha Christie, as Murder on the Orient Express stops in Brighton this April. Cross the platform in June and you can catch Laura Whitmore starring in The Girl On The Train, adapted from Paul Hawkins’ best-selling novel.

Drama lovers can enjoy the National Theatre’s Boys from the Blackstuff, plus Ghost Stories and 2:22 A Ghost Story both return by popular demand. We are also delighted to welcome back Matthew Bourne’s intoxicating tales from darkest Soho, The Midnight Bell

Musical theatre fans will relish Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical, Brighton Theatre Group’s Les Misérables: Let The People Sing and the ever popular, SIX. We’ll be kicking off our Christmas season with HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical, a sparkling celebration of love and friendship in a joyous fun-filled performance told through Steps’ songs; then travel back to the 60s with The Kinks’ multi award-winning hit musical, Sunny Afternoon.

We hope you’ll join us for this thrilling ride!

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The Rocky Horror Show

Mon 14 – Sat 19 Apr

The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet. When, by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way to visit their former college professor, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank’n’Furter. It is an adventure they’ll never forget, filled with fun, frolics, frocks and frivolity.

Directed by Christopher Luscombe, The Rocky Horror Show is the biggest party and features timeless classics, including the pelvic-thrusting, show-stopping Time Warp. Ages 12+

‘Still the sexiest & funniest show in town.’ –Evening Standard

Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express

Winter 1934 and an avalanche stops the Orient Express dead in its tracks. A murder. A train full of suspects. An impossible case.

G8+ |

Trapped in the snow with a killer still on board, can the world’s most famous detective, Hercule Poirot, crack the case before the train reaches its final destination?

Starring Michael Maloney (Truly, Madly, Deeply; Belfast; Young Victoria; The Crown) as the celebrated Belgian sleuth, Murder on the Orient Express is one of Agatha Christie’s greatest literary achievements, with a final twist that is amongst her very best. Gripping, tense and masterfully cryptic, this brand new production is a deliciously thrilling ride and an ingenious murder mystery, guaranteed to keep you guessing until the end of the line. Ages 12+

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Photo by Manuel Harlan .

3 – 26 May 2025

Guest Director Anoushka Shankar

Jwala (Rising Flame)

Mon 5 & Tue 6 May

A spellbinding solo performance by renowned Bharatanatyam dancer Mythili Prakash. Created in the wake of personal loss, Jwala explores fire as a symbol of loss, hope, life and death. As destructive as it is illuminating, the flame embodies the contradictions and complexity of humanity.

Prakash’s practice uses the language and aesthetics of Bharatanatyam (classical Indian Dance), rooted in beauty, harmony and upliftment.

Hamlet

Fri 9 – Sun 11 May

Inspired by the famous monologue, ‘To be or not to be’, Peruvian theatre company Teatro La Plaza’s remarkable cast of actors, all with Down syndrome, explore what it’s like to ‘be’ in a society that often excludes you.

Weaving original text with stories from their own lives, this unique reinvention of Hamlet is a mesmerising blend of drama, comedy and music. A fearless challenge to exclusion and prejudice, celebrating community and resilience. Performed in Spanish with English surtitles.

★★★★★ ‘Joyous, playful and defiant.’ –The Stage

★★★★ ‘Oozes charm, humour and imagination.’ – The Guardian

Look towards

a New

Dawn with three weeks of exciting arts events across the city

North by Northwest Wise Children | Emma Rice

Wed 14 – Sat 17 May

A night of glamour, romance and jeopardy as Wise Children’s Emma Rice (Wuthering Heights 2022, Tristan & Yseult 2017) takes on film legend, Alfred Hitchcock.

A riotously funny reworking of North by Northwest with six shape-shifting performers, a fabulous 50s soundtrack and a LOT of hats, this dazzling production plays with the heart, mind and soul.

‘It would be strange, would it not, if, in a city of seven million people, one man were never mistaken for another...’

But that’s what happens to Roger Thornhill when a mistimed phone call lands him among a Cold War conspiracy. Now he’s on the run, dodging spies, airplanes and a mysterious femme fatale.

Aruna Sairam & Ganavya

Mon 12 May

An exclusive double bill featuring a giant of Indian classical music, Aruna Sairam, revered for innovations within the rich Carnatic singing tradition. She shares the stage with Ganavya, a leading light bringing India’s traditional sounds into the 21st century.

Zoe Lyons Werewolf

Sun 18 May

Navigating the road to happiness can be exhausting and baffling, but Zoe’s been on that road long enough that she’s felt a change. If happiness is ending up the best version of yourself, Zoe is getting there. She is where she needs to be. She is… Werewolf

Humans 2.0 Circa

Tue 20 – Sat 24 May

Ten bodies appear in a flash of light. They move in harmony for a fleeting moment and then descend into a sinuous trance. Towers grow and decay, bodies leap and are caught, as physical limits are pushed to their extreme.

Circus meets contemporary dance in this tight choreography, set to a pulsing electronic score by Ori Lichtik and revealed in Paul Jackson’s dramatic lighting. Created by Yaron Lifschitz, Humans 2.0 is intimate, primal and deeply engaged with the challenge of being human.

★★★★★

‘An occasionally literal groundbreaking feat of acrobatics that takes the form into exciting new areas.’ – The List

The Girl On The Train

Adapted from Paula Hawkins’ novel –an international phenomenon selling over twenty million copies worldwide – this gripping new play will keep you guessing until the final moment.

Rachel Watson longs for a different life.

Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.

Laura Whitmore (2:22 A Ghost Story, Apex Predator, Queenie, Hello Stranger) will star in this brand new production, following the play’s first sell out UK tour. Laura is best known for hosting MTV and the BAFTA Award-winning Love Island and ITV doc series Laura Whitmore Investigates She also co-hosts the weekly BBC podcast Murder They Wrote and is a Sunday Times best-selling author.

‘This is a must. Don’t miss it.’ – WhatsOnStage

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A world of possibilities.

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The Baddies

Wed 11 & Thu 12 Jun

Freckle Productions in association with The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh present The Baddies!

The Baddies love being bad. They roar, spook and cast spells to try and scare the little girl... but will they succeed? Or is the girl braver than they think?

From the producers of Stick Man and Zog, and with songs by Joe Stilgoe (Zog, Zog and the Flying Doctors), The Baddies is a wickedly hilarious adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s smash hit story, and laughout-loud fun for all the family.

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Boys from the Blackstuff

Direct from a sold-out run at the National Theatre, James Graham’s acclaimed adaptation of the BAFTA Award-winning TV series.

‘Gizza job. Go on, gizzit.’ 80s Liverpool. Chrissie, Loggo, George, Dixie and Yosser are used to hard work and providing for their families. But there is no work and there is no money. What are they supposed to do? Work harder, work longer, buy cheaper, spend less? They just need a chance.

Life is tough but the lads can play the game. Find jobs, avoid the ‘sniffers’ and see if you can have a laugh along the way.

Directed by Kate Wasserberg, James Graham’s criticallyacclaimed adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s groundbreaking television series, is coming to Brighton direct from the National Theatre and West End. Ages 12+

enjoyable, funny, incendiary and humane.’

– The Guardian

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Cruel Intentions The '90s Musical

The iconic movie set to the decade’s best songs is an irresistible combination and with over 40 four and five-star reviews, it’s the ultimate ‘90s night out.

The smash hit musical Cruel Intentions is coming to Brighton direct from the West End. Based on the iconic film and inspired by Les Liaisons Dangereuses, it’s packed with ‘90s pop classics including the songs of Britney Spears, Boyz II Men, Christina Aguilera, TLC, *NSYNC and more!

Step-siblings Sebastian Valmont and Kathryn Merteuil engage in a cruel bet: Kathryn goads Sebastian into attempting to seduce Annette Hargrove, the headmaster’s virtuous daughter. Weaving a web of secrets and temptation, their crusade wreaks havoc on the students at their exclusive Manhattan high school. It’s not long before the duo become entangled in their own web of deception and unexpected romance, with explosive results… Ages 15+

‘The theatre equivalent of a bottomless brunch –outrageously fun.’ – City A.M.

Photos
Pamela Raith .

Ghost Stories

Ghost Stories mixes the very best of theatre with the buzz of a thrill-ride, delivering something truly unique.

Created by The League of Gentlemen’s Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman, co-creator of Derren Brown’s television and stage shows.

When Professor Goodman embarks on an investigation of three apparent hauntings – as recounted by a nightwatchman, a teenage boy and a businessman awaiting his first child – Goodman finds himself at the outer limits of rationality and fast running out of explanations.

After exhilarating audiences for two years in the West End and across the world with record-breaking, sell out productions and a smash hit film, Ghost Stories is ‘Genuine scary fun’ (The Sunday Times), a worldwide phenomenon more spine-tingling and fantastically terrifying than ever. Ages 15+

A Man for All Seasons

The greatest, most powerful and dangerous figures who shaped English history are brought vividly to life in Robert Bolt’s awardwinning play.

Martin Shaw stars as Sir Thomas More – scholar, ambassador, Lord Chancellor and friend to King Henry VIII. Above all, he is a man of integrity, loved by the common people and his own family.

When Henry demands a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, clearing the way for him to marry Anne Boleyn, the staunchly Catholic Thomas is forced to choose between loyalty and his own conscience, committing an incredible act of defiance for which he eventually pays the ultimate price.

★★★★ ‘Robert Bolt’s play dazzles.’ – Daily Mail

★★★★ ‘Martin Shaw excels in Robert Bolt’s timeless classic.’ – The Observer

★★★★ ‘A cracking story of human courage.’ –The Mail on Sunday

Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell

Step inside The Midnight Bell, a tavern where one particular lonelyhearts club gather to play out their lovelorn affairs of the heart; bitter comedies of longing, frustration, betrayal and redemption.

Inspired by the great English novelist Patrick Hamilton (Twenty Thousand Streets Under The Sky, Hangover Square) who created some of the most authentic fiction of his era; stories born out of years of social interactions with the working man and woman at his favourite location – the London Pub.

Hailed by The Observer as ‘the undisputed king of dance theatre’, master storyteller Matthew Bourne has created some of the most successful dance productions of the last 30 years including Swan Lake, Cinderella, The Red Shoes, Romeo and Juliet and Edward Scissorhands. Ages 14+

★★★★★ ‘Silky. Sexy. Intoxicating.’ – The i

‘A poignant portrait of love, lust and longing. Raise a glass to this dazzling dance.’ – The Guardian

Devised by MATTHEW BOURNE Music by TERRY DAVIES Inspired by the novels of PATRICK HAMILTON
Bright Start Nursery visit to Dot Dot Spot.
Photo by Danny Fitzpatrick.

For Children, Young People and

Families

Stories with Skip

A perfect introduction to Theatre Royal Brighton with themed games, mini makes, and a story, for 2 – 4 year olds and their grown-ups.

Sat 5 Apr Spring

Sat 26 Apr Caterpillars and Butterflies

Sat 7 Jun Walk in the Woods

Sat 5 Jul At the Seaside 10.15am – 11am & 11.30am – 12.15pm

Ages 2 – 4 years | £6.50 per person

Skip’s Family Workshops

Exciting and imaginative making and playing around the theatre for children and their grown-ups.

Sat 19 Apr Singing in the Rain

Sat 17 May The Worst Witch

Sat 14 Jun Mary Poppins

Sat 19 Jul Encanto 10.30am – 12pm

Ages 5 – 10 years | £8.75 per person

The Secret Life of Fairies

Spring is here and the Theatre fairies are shaking off the winter dust and celebrating warmer weather and Easter treats! The Fairy Preservation Society return with enchanting things to see and do in this magical fairy trail for 4 – 8 year olds and their grown-ups.

Wed 16 Apr 2.30pm & 4pm

Thu 17 Apr 11.30am

£12.50 per person

Work in Theatre

A hands-on work experience course for 14 – 17 year olds. Workshops and demonstrations uncover the wide range of careers within the industry including Front of House, Stage, Technical, Marketing and Puppetry. To apply email jackiealexander@atgentertainment.com

Mon 7 – Fri 11 Apr 10.30am – 4pm | £150 course (To help improve equal access to the industry for young people there are some free and subsidised places available).

Shakespeare in Brighton

Workshops, talks, tours and trails celebrating over 200 years of Shakespearian performances at Theatre Royal Brighton. Events for children, young people and adults – check the website for more details.

Wed 2 & Thu 3 Jul

For Adults Age is a Stage

Fun-filled weekly classes exploring the art of play, creativity and dramatic arts. No experience needed, come along and experience the joy of just letting go!

Fri 4 Apr, Fri 25 Apr, Fri 2 May, Fri 9 May, Fri 16 May, Fri 23 May, Fri 30 May, Fri 6 Jun, Fri 13 Jun, Fri 20 Jun, Fri 27 Jun, Fri 4 Jul & Fri 11 Jul 11am – 12.30pm | Ages 50+ | £10.50 per person

Backstage Tours

A true theatrical treasure, our beautiful Grade II* listed building holds over 200 years of secrets and intriguing tales. Join us for a fascinating insight into its glamorous history.

Sat 5 Apr, Sat 26 Apr, Sat 10 May, Sat 24 May, Sat 7 Jun, Sat 21 Jun & Sat 12 Jul 10.30am – 11.30am | £12.50 per person

Entrance via Stage Door

For Schools

Teachers' Network Meeting

Did you know that we offer backstage tours, history tours, careers events, literacy, local history and curriculum-focussed workshops and enrichment week activities? And our Schools Partnership programme offers a year of activity tailored to your school's needs. Find out more at our Teachers' Network Meeting or email jackiealexander@atgentertainment.com Mon 9 Jun 4.30pm – 6pm (incl. refreshments)

Les Misérables Let The People Sing

Brighton Theatre Group presents The UK Amateur Première of Les Misérables: Let The People Sing, in collaboration with BHOS, The Rattonians and WMTC.

This once in a generation production, based on the acclaimed novel by Victor Hugo, plays at Theatre Royal Brighton at the invitation of Sir Cameron Mackintosh and MTI Europe.

Celebrating the 40th anniversary of a musical seen by over 130 million people in 53 countries and in 22 different languages, Les Misérables features some of theatre’s most iconic characters including Jean Valjean, Javert, Eponine, Marius, Cosette and the infamous Thénardiers

Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, Les Misérables is a masterpiece of love, war, redemption and conflict, featuring an evocative and emotional score including I Dreamed a Dream, On My Own, Bring Him Home, One Day More, Empty Chairs, Master Of The House and many more. A true testament to the survival of the human spirit, it is both epic and uplifting and the world’s favourite musical.

The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Brighton following three previous sold-out runs.

Winner of over 35 international awards, this sell out Tudor take-off has ‘An incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘Pure entertainment’ (The New York Times).

From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red.

Ages 10+

★★★★★ ‘Exhilarating entertainment from six killer Queens. They will, they will rock you!’ – Daily Express ★★★★★ ‘A royal treat.’ – The Daily Telegraph

G10+

KEVIN CLIFTON

2:22 A Ghost Story

Following seven West End seasons, a record-breaking UK and Ireland tour and 30 productions across the globe, the stage phenomenon

2:22 A Ghost Story returns to Theatre Royal Brighton.

Winner of Best New Play at the WhatsOnStage Awards, husband and wife duo Kevin Clifton (Strictly Come Dancing, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, Chicago) and Stacey Dooley (TV presenter and Strictly winner) star as fictional couple Sam and Jenny in this edge-of-your-seat supernatural thriller. Dooley reprises her role from her stage debut in the 2024 West End production, with Clifton joining her in venues across the country throughout 2025.

Written by Danny Robins, creator of the hit BBC podcasts

Uncanny and The Battersea Poltergeist, 2:22 A Ghost Story comes fresh from record-breaking seasons at five West End theatres with a host of acclaimed star performances. It’s a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge and ghosts may or may not appear. What do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth?

Further casting to be announced. Ages 12+

Directed by MATTHEW DUNSTER & GABRIEL VEGA WEISSMAN
The Hit Play By DANNY ROBINS
STACEY DOOLEY
STARRING
Photo by Johan Persson

A THRILLING MURDER MYSTERY FEATURING THE NATION’s FAVOURITE DETECTIVE

House of Ghosts

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Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts

A chilling mystery unfolds when a young actress suddenly dies on-stage during a performance, and Detective Chief Inspector Morse embarks on a gripping investigation.

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What begins as a suspicious death inquiry takes a darker turn when the legendary inspector, together with DS Lewis, uncovers a connection to sinister events in his own past, 25 years earlier.

Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts marks the first-ever stage adaptation of the iconic detective. ITV’s long-running Inspector Morse has inspired equally beloved spin-offs, Lewis and Endeavour

Starring Tom Chambers (Father Brown, Strictly Come Dancing) as Inspector Morse, this original story written for the stage is a must-see for fans of compelling detective stories and thrilling mysteries.

Ages 12+

‘The greatest British crime series of all time.’ –Radio Times (on ITV’s Inspector Morse)

Starring Tom Chambers as Morse

THE ORIGINAL. LIVE ON STAGE.

SUSAN HILL’S

The Woman in Black

The legendary production of Susan Hill’s chilling ghost story

The Woman in Black returns to Theatre Royal Brighton.

One of the most successful and longest-running theatre shows in the history of London’s West End, this gripping production is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror. Now seen by over eight million people worldwide, The Woman in Black continues to delight and terrify audiences of all generations.

Obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, Arthur Kipps engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul.

Ages 12+

‘The most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter.’ – The Daily Telegraph

‘Guaranteed to chill the blood.’ – Evening Standard

ADAPTED BY STEPHEN MALLATRATT

HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical

Don’t miss HERE & NOW, the hilarious, heartwarming new musical featuring the hits of Steps, when it comes to Brighton!

Welcome to seaside superstore Better Best Bargains, where it’s Friday night, the vibe is right and everyone’s dancing in the aisles. With Caz and her friends around, who knows what love has in store…

Directed by the award-winning Rachel Kavanaugh (The Great British Bake Off Musical), HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical is produced by Steps themselves, ROYO, and music legend Pete Waterman, and features many of Steps’ iconic hits, including Stomp, 5,6,7,8 and Last Thing On My Mind

Book your tickets now – it’d be a tragedy to miss it.

Ages 5+

‘The biggest jukebox hit since MAMMA MIA!’ – The Sun

Sunny Afternoon

The Olivier Award-winning musical sensation about one of the greatest bands of all time is back. ‘A blazing triumph. I swear you’ll get goosebumps.’ (The Telegraph)

Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK & Ireland tour, the ‘indisputably terrific’ (The Times) musical charting the euphoric highs and agonising lows of The Kinks is back!

Winning the Olivier for ‘Best New Musical’, Sunny Afternoon celebrates the raw energy, passion and timeless sound of one of Britain’s most iconic bands, telling their story through an incredible back catalogue, including You Really Got Me, Lola and All Day and All of the Night. Set against the backdrop of Britain on the cusp of the rebellious 60s, Sunny Afternoon is an ‘exhilarating’ (Financial Times) and moving celebration of music, life and the band that changed it all. Ages 12+

Midsomer Murders:

The Killings at Badger’s Drift

Murder comes to the countryside in the theatrical world premiere of the critically-acclaimed television favourite Midsomer Murders.

When well-loved spinster Emily Simpson is found dead in the picturesque village of Badger’s Drift, her friend Lucy Bellringer refuses to accept it was an accident.

DCI Tom Barnaby and Sergeant Gavin Troy are called in to investigate, uncovering a world of hidden passions, long-buried secrets and deadly rivalries.

With eccentric villagers, shocking twists and an unforgettable reveal, The Killings at Badger’s Drift is a classic whodunnit that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Star cast to be announced.

Written and directed by Guy Unsworth, this new theatrical adaptation is based on the book by Caroline Graham The Killings at Badger’s Drift and the television series Midsomer Murders produced by Bentley Productions (for ITV) in association with All3 Media International

‘A MASTERCLASS IN IRISH STORYTELLING ’

MYRA’S STORY

DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END

Myra’s Story

Wed 30 Apr

Direct from London’s West End, Myra’s Story is the tour-de-force play about a woman who has fallen on hard times. Filled with humour and heartache, this compelling and thoughtprovoking story is one you’ll never forget. Ages 14+

Paul Chowdhry Englandia

Fri 2 & Sat 3 May

Renowned as the most successful British Indian stand-up comedian in British history, multi award-winning stand-up comedian, actor and writer, Paul Chowdhry has announced his brand new Englandia UK stand-up tour for 2025. Ages 14+

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Thu 1 May

Few shows have had the global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story with multiple sell outs worldwide, and numerous appearances at The London Palladium. Using original footage, the show tells the story of the origins and rise of the duo – with all the hits! Ages 12+

The Illegal Eagles

Mon 26 May

The Illegal Eagles return for another outstanding show with the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics, including Hotel California, Desperado, Take It Easy, New Kid In Town, Life In The Fast Lane and many more. Ages 14+

...Earnest?

Wed 28 & Thu 29 May

80s Live!

Fri 30 May

When a traditional production of Oscar Wilde’s classic play gets underway, everything seems to be going perfectly to plan… that is, until the lead actor fails to arrive on cue and an actual audience member is chosen to star in the show.

Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow: Show Pony

Sat 31 May

After a sell out 2023 UK tour and extended run in London’s West End, Taskmaster and Ted Lasso star Nick Mohammed returns as his critically-acclaimed alter ego Mr. Swallow with a brand new show. Ages 14+

Direct from London’s West End, it’s heading down the Atlanta Highway, so bring your jukebox money and get ready to jitterbug. Dress to impress as we spin you round and round to the hits of Wham!, Culture Club, Madonna, Duran Duran and more in a night to remember.

Menopause the Musical 2

Sun 1 Jun

Starring Maureen Nolan (The Nolans), Carli Norris (Doctors, Hollyoaks, EastEnders) and Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty), Menopause the Musical 2 is the hysterical sequel to the smash hit show Menopause the Musical Ages 16+

The Glenn Miller Orchestra

Led by the legendary Ray McVay, this is a true testament to the timeless appeal of Miller’s music and a must-see for fans of the genre. With their impeccable musicianship, infectious energy and authentic style, The Glenn Miller Orchestra are an experience not to be missed.

Killer Queen

Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen’s concert since 1993. Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band have rightfully earned Killer Queen the title of Queen tribute royalty.

One Night of Elvis Lee ‘Memphis’ King

Lee ‘Memphis’ King portrays Elvis Presley at his peak, celebrating the iconic ‘Vegas Years’. Resplendent in the most authentic costumes with an orchestra backing this incredible performer. Experience Elvis – ‘the way it was’.

Murder, She Didn’t Write

Don your deerstalker and grab your magnifying glass as this talented company use audience suggestions to create a hilarious improvised murder mystery. All you have to do… is solve it! Ages 12+

Bowie Experience

Direct from London’s West End, Bowie

Experience is a spectacular concert celebrating the sound and vision of David Bowie. A must-see for all Bowie fans, the latest production features all the hits from A to Ziggy.

Northern Live Do I Love You

The award-winning smash hit comedy, as seen in the West End every week since 2022, and heard on BBC Radio 4, comes to you on a strictly limited tour. Ages 14+ Sun 21 Sep Mon 28

Keeping faithful to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on dance floors in the North, and eventually swept the nation, including an 11-piece band with four lead vocalists performing over 30 original hits.

Find out everything from on-sale ticket announcements, behind-the-scenes stories, competitions and the opportunity to interact with like-minded theatregoers!

April

The Rocky Horror Show

Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express

Myra’s Story

May The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Paul Chowdhry: Englandia

Brighton Festival: Mythili Prakash – Jwala (Rising Flame)

Brighton Festival: Teatro La Plaza – Hamlet

Brighton Fesitval: Aruna Sairam & Ganavya

Brighton Festival: Wise Children – North by Northwest

Brighton Festival: Zoe Lyons – Werewolf

Brighton Festival: Circa – Humans 2.0

The Illegal Eagles

Mon 14 – Sat 19 Apr 8pm (Mon – Wed), 8.30pm (Thu – Sat), 5.30pm (Thu & Fri), 5pm (Sat) Fri 18 Apr 5.30pm

Tue 22 – Sat 26 Apr 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)

Wed 30 Apr 7.30pm

Thu 1 May 7.30pm

Fri 2 & Sat 3 May 7.30pm

Mon 5 & Tue 6 May 7.30pm

Fri 9 – Sun 11 May 7.30pm, 2pm (Sat & Sun)

Mon 12 May 7.30pm

Wed 14 – Sat 17 May 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Sat)

Sun 18 May 7.30pm

Tue 20 – Sat 24 May 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Sat)

Mon 26 May 7.30pm ...Earnest?

80s Live!

Wed 28 & Thu 29 May 7.30pm

Fri 30 May 7.30pm

Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow: Show Pony Sat 31 May 7.30pm

June Menopause The Musical 2

The Girl On The Train

The Glenn Miller Orchestra

The Baddies

One Night of Elvis: Lee ‘Memphis’ King

Killer Queen

Boys from the Blackstuff

Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical

July Murder, She Didn’t Write

Bowie Experience

Ghost Stories

A Man for All Seasons

Northern Live: Do I Love You

Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell

August The UK Amateur Première of Les Misérables: Let The People Sing

September SIX

Austentatious

October 2:22 A Ghost Story

Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts

November The Woman in Black

December HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical

Sunny Afternoon

February 2026 Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift

Audio Described Captioned

Sun 1 Jun 6pm

Wed 4 – Sat 7 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)

Fri 6 Jun 7.30pm

Sun 8 Jun 3pm

Wed 11 & Thu 12 Jun 10.30am (Wed & Thu), 1.30pm (Wed), 4.30pm (Thu)

Fri 13 Jun 7.30pm

Sun 15 Jun 7.30pm

Tue 17 – Sat 21 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)

Tue 24 – Sat 28 Jun 7.30pm (Excl. Fri), 2.30pm (Wed & Sat), 5pm & 8.30pm (Fri)

Fri 4 Jul 7.30pm

Sat 5 Jul 7.30pm

Tue 8 – Sat 12 Jul 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat) Thu 10 Jul 7.30pm

Tue 22 – Sat 26 Jul 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)

Mon 28 Jul 7.30pm

Wed 30 Jul – Sat 2 Aug 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat) Thu 31 Jul 2.30pm

Wed 13 – Sat 23 Aug 7.15pm (Tue – Sat), 2pm (Thu 21 Aug & Sat)

Tue 9 – Sat 20 Sep 8pm (Tue – Sat), 5pm (Wed 17 Sep & Fri), 4pm (Sat), 2pm (Sun)

Sun 21 Sep 2pm

Mon 6 – Sat 11 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)

Tue 21 – Sat 25 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)

Tue 18 – Sat 22 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)

Tue 2 – Sat 13 Dec 7.30pm (Tue – Sat), 2.30pm (Thu & Sat), 3pm (Sun)

Wed 17 Dec – Sat 3 Jan 2026 Various times – see website for details.

Tue 3 – Sat 7 Feb 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)

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Groups & Schools 0207 206 1174†

*Fees apply. **Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge.

†Calls charged at local rate for group bookings only.

Find out more

For further information about the shows including running and performance times, please visit atgtickets.com/brighton

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Access tickets can be booked by joining our Access Membership Scheme. For accessibility advice please contact us online atgtickets.com/access/contact-us or call our Access Assistance line on 0333 009 5399**

For D/deaf and hard of hearing customers our Type Talk number is 180001 0333 009 5399*

(Open daily 9am-8pm, except Christmas Day. Bank holiday hours may vary).

Ticket prices

Based on the popularity of a performance and ticket availability, prices can change at any point during the show’s on-sale period. Due to the varying nature of our shows and their set design, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. For the most up-to-date information please check online. ATG+ Membership, group ticket prices and any special offers are subject to availability and can change or be withdrawn at any time. Family tickets are for 4 people with a maximum of 2 adults. ATG+ Membership offers are for a maximum of 4 tickets per card on selected seats, prices and performances. atgtickets.com/membership

Children

No children under 3 will be admitted to the venue except where it is specifically stated at the time of booking that the event is suitable for under 3s. Babes in arms (children under 18 months unless otherwise stated at the time of booking and on the ticket) will only be admitted to performances that are specifically aimed for them (pantomimes and shows permitting under 3s only). Where babes in arms are permitted they shall be admitted free of charge. If any other age restrictions apply for a particular performance this will be stated on the relevant production page of our website. Children (ages 18 months to 15 years inclusive) shall require their own ticket which shall be at full ticket price if no child concessions are available at the time of booking. Children (ages 15 years and under) must be supervised at all times. Supervision of children shall be by no less than 1 adult (aged 18 years or over) per 10 children and the supervising adult must sit next to the child/ren. The Management reserves the right to ask parents / supervisors to remove children if, in the opinion of the Management, they are causing a disturbance. Please note that some productions can be loud, if a member of your party is sensitive to this, we would recommend bringing their preferred noise protection.

This brochure is available as an accessible download from atgtickets.com/brighton (select ‘Your Visit’) or contact us to request an alternative format.

**Calls to 02 &03 numbers are charged at standard geographic rate and included in any call plan minutes.

Plan your visit

We are easy to find and for information on parking, pre-theatre drinks and hospitality, please visit atgtickets.com/brighton

Theatre Royal Brighton, New Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1SD

Conditions of sale

Our full terms and conditions are available online atgtickets.com/terms-and-conditions

Information about fees

Up to £2.25 from each ticket sold is used for the upkeep and improvements to your venue. We spend this wisely to give you the best experience possible, provide equal access for everyone and offer creative learning opportunities in local communities across the UK. Additional fees may also apply where we sell tickets for non-ATG venues, or for selected big name shows and performances. These additional fees may take the form of a per ticket booking fee and/or a one-off transaction fee. Please check our website for the most up-to-date ticket prices and fees. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make alterations to the published programme of events, their prices, concessions, offers and fees.

Sustainability

We work to continuously improve our environmental performance and find solutions that reduce environmental impact, therefore this brochure is printed on responsibly sourced paper. Please continue to help the environment by recycling or passing on to a friend.

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